Bugbear Shaman

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Bugbear Shaman have AR 2, cast 1 entangle spellball, 1 lightning bolt spellball, and can cast 1 cure light wounds.

Basics

Physically similar in appearance to their brothers, the standard Bugbear, Bugbear Shaman appear to have been especially blessed by their God Marjack. A few differences have been noted; the Shaman's eyes are heavily clouded and they are noticeably more slight than their brothers. Devotion and prayer seem wildly out of place for this chaotic race, but Shaman have been observed performing rituals and chanting incantations. Instead of donning armour like the rest of the tribe, the Shaman prefers to adorn oneself in idols, armbands and anklets, and multiple tribal piercings. Often appearing in a daze, and swinging about bushels of sour smoking brush, it appears the Shaman's spirituality and practice has gifted it magical abilities. There is only one Shaman per tribe.

Behaviour

Beside the ferociously serious Bugbear tribe, the Shaman almost looks silly; dancing about in a trance, wildly shouting and chanting, jingling and clacking as it moves. But the Bugbear warriors do not ridicule nor punish the flamboyant behaviour. Perhaps they believe that the Shaman is the only one among them who can truly commune with Marjack. Reports have also shown Bugbear Shaman guiding and commanding over a Goblin host. It has been documented that the Goblins treat the Shaman as a deity for its use of natural magic.

Combat

During conflict, the Shaman stays near the rear of the tribal formation chanting and casting spells. For such a primitive and chaotic beast, the Shaman has surprising control over its powers. Because it is not as martially equipped as the Bugbear warriors of the tribe, the Shaman is more susceptible to attacks. Bugbear Shaman should not be ignored or discounted because of their less threatening appearance, their magical capabilities give it range, and its wall of followers will protect the Shaman with their lives. Reports also state that the Shaman has a minor ability to heal in battle, further bolstering its threat. The Bugbear Shaman should be the party's main target, should an encounter arise.